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Popcaan Locks In with Jamal, Natebadz and Teebone on Explosive Collab “Senile”
Dancehall superstar Popcaan leads a new high-energy collaboration, as four distinct styles collide on the release produced by his nephew Joel Engineer and Disaster Music.
Jamar Cleary
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Ras-I Unveils “Reggae Mountain (Feel No Way)” as First Single From Forthcoming Album
Jamaican reggae artiste Ras-I delivers his new single as the first release from his upcoming 2026 album, recorded with 100% live instrumentation. “Reggae nah gwaan wid nothing? I’m tired of hearing that,” he shared.

Kaboom Editors
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Life Of G Ent. Showcases Young Caribbean Voices on 10-Track Album OMFG
Caymanian producer Nicholas Wilson spotlights rising regional talent, including Bandit 7Teen, Nervz, Flamzz, and Leah GC—on his new project, saying, “OMFG is about showing how rich our Caribbean talent really is.”

Kaboom Editors
Dec 9, 20251 min read


Yellowman & Johnny Osbourne to Headline Nice Up Jamaica Benefit Concert
Dancehall and reggae icons are set to headline the December 16 benefit concert, powered by Caribbean media platform LargeUp in partnership with the Brooklyn Bowl.

Kaboom Editors
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Newcomer Tellatime Channels Strong Belief With Motivational Debut “Dream Big”
The Canadian-Jamaican deejay channels the power of positive thinking into his first official release, offering hope and inspiration for listeners worldwide
Akeeile Harris
Dec 6, 20251 min read


Scotiabank Postpones Annual Christmas Celebration, Commits $165M to Hurricane Relief Aid
The Bank redirects Christmas in the Park resources toward families and communities recovering from Hurricane Melissa, with Food For the Poor among the first beneficiaries.

Kaboom Editors
Dec 5, 20252 min read


Spotify Reports Wrapped 2025 Becomes Its Biggest Ever
The popular year-end recap feature drew 200M users in its first 24 hours and generated over 500M shares

Kaboom Editors
Dec 5, 20251 min read


RajahWild Celebrates His Birthday With New 5-Track EP "Rocket Sciance"
dancehall artiste RajahwWild drops 5-track ep, paving the way for his debut album pushed to next year, featuring a collab with Bronx rapper Bay Swag

Kaboom Editors
Dec 4, 20251 min read


Signing a Peace Treaty With the Robots: How Warner’s Suno Deal Rewrites AI Music
WMG moves from lawsuits to ink a licensing deal with Suno, a pivot that also includes the AI company’s acquisition of Songkick. The shift doesn’t just reshape corporate strategy; it directly affects artists like Drake and many more

Nathanael Amore
Nov 29, 20254 min read


J’Calm Unveils First Single “Emotions” Feat. Nigy Boy from Forthcoming Album
Jamaican R&B sensation J’Calm teams up with Nigy Boy for a genre-blending track built over Tony Kelly’s reimagined take on the timeless Answer Riddim. “Collaborating with Nigy Boy was surreal. It felt like I was reliving a past timeline,” he shared.
Akeeile Harris
Nov 28, 20253 min read


Over $65M Raised for Hurricane Melissa Relief Through I Love Jamaica Telethon
Minister Olivia Grange announced that the “I Love Jamaica” telethon raised more than $65 million toward the National Hurricane Melissa Relief Programme, with over 30 artistes delivering performances throughout the virtual event

Kaboom Editors
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Major Lazer to Host Mixtape Release Party with All Proceeds Going to Jamaica Relief
The American electronic group celebrates the release of GYALGEBRA with a Miami Art Week block party set for December 4, raising funds for AFJ and CORE’s Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts

Kaboom Editors
Nov 27, 20252 min read


Skatta Burrell Seals Major Partnership With Reservoir & Abood Music
The joint venture targets emerging artists and songwriters as Coolie Dance Riddim’s global sampling boom surpasses 1.3 billion views, pairing catalog acquisitions and artist development. “Ensuring Jamaican music reaches wider audiences and greater commercial heights”, he said.
Akeeile Harris
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Legendary Reggae Singer Jimmy Cliff Has Died at 81
Legendary Jamaican reggae singer and actor has passed away after a seizure followed by pneumonia, his wife announced on Monday. A two-time Grammy winner, he was also renowned for his starring role in the groundbreaking 1972 film The Harder They Come.

Kaboom Editors
Nov 24, 20252 min read


Sean Paul Remains Committed to the Cause, Leads Hands-On Relief Efforts in Jamaica
Sean Paul steps away from his busy schedule to support Jamaica’s long road to recovery, earning industry-wide praise for his relief efforts, and now gears up to kick off his 2026 schedule with February stops across European cities.

Kaboom Editors
Nov 22, 20251 min read


Jamaican Newcomer Cholita Recruits Skillibeng for Sultry Single “Without You”
The fast-rising Jamaican sensation delivers her second release, an R&B-laced dancehall love song driven by smooth vocals, deep bass, and undeniable badman chemistry with superstar Skillibeng.
Akeeile Harris
Nov 21, 20252 min read


The Fall of a Cultural Giant: How Michael Jackson Forced MTV to Embrace Black Music
As the iconic music channel prepares to go off air in 2025, we explore how Michael Jackson and David Bowie challenged MTV’s early biases and opened doors for Black musicians
Akeeile Harris
Nov 20, 20252 min read


Aiesha Barrett Finds Purpose and Lifts Up the Nation With ‘Jamaica Strong’
Exclusive: Aiesha Barrett talks the success of “Jamaica Strong,” selected as the official song for the Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert, overcoming the loss of her legendary father, and a transformative year - “It feels like everything I’ve worked for is finally aligning,” she said
Akeeile Harris
Nov 20, 20254 min read


Jamaica Races to Reopen Tourism After Pre-Storm Projection of 4.3M Visitors for 2025
In a recent interview with FOX News, Minister Edmund Bartlett said that 70% of Jamaica’s room stock will be ready by December 15 as the island works to protect its projected 4.3 million arrivals and US$4.6 billion in earnings for 2025. “The best way to support us is to visit us,” he echoed.
Akeeile Harris
Nov 15, 20252 min read


Music producer Gramma Rebuilds and Rebrands with Hundred Grand Production
Manchester-born music producer rebrands his label under a new name, aiming for a higher standard where “Hundred Grand Production symbolizes excellence and ambition.”
Akeeile Harris
Nov 15, 20252 min read
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